
Film Screening: Prosperity Creek
ARTfactory 9419 Battle Street, Manassas, VA, United StatesA film written and directed by Zack Walsh
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A film written and directed by Zack Walsh

Instructor and artist, Lydia Bratton, will guide this class through the start to finish of creating art through sculpture. Sculpture requires patience, perseverance, and sometimes a mindset shift to achieve […]

Ever wanted to capture the beauty and vibrancy of running water on the page? Watercolors are your answer! In this class, you will learn to blend washes and brushwork to […]

Whether you are a beginning artist or just want to improve your skills, these classes will explore the basis of all art ... drawing! This series is designed to identify […]

Understanding light and shadow is key to creating realistic drawings. In this 6-week foundational drawing course, you'll explore the power of form and values using graphite, building essential skills that […]

This hands on workshop invites you to explore a fresh and playful approach to painting through the art of paper shapes. You’ll discover how paper shapes can transform into expressive, […]

The Art of Writing: Love in the Air is a four-week writing workshop focused on love and romance. Valentines is coming and the season of romance has begun! To quote […]

The best way to keep warm this winter is by making art! Learn to create unique and unusual images of trees in this fun and relaxing workshop. We will use white and black ink on handmade papers, collaged together to create a positive vs. negative effect. This workshop is suitable for all skill levels, and […]

Unleash your creative potential and professionalize your artistic practice in this hands-on course focused on graphic arts marketing. Designed for adult artists and makers, this class takes place in our digital lab, where you will learn to use Krita, the powerful and free digital painting and illustration software, to create professional marketing materials. What You'll Create […]

Set to a soundtrack of iconic rock and roll, the beloved musical Grease follows a romance between hot-rodding “greaser” Danny Zuko and new girl in town Sandy Dumbrowski, as they navigate the complexities of high school and peer pressure in the 1950s. Grease is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. a Concord Theatricals Company. www.concordtheatricals.com […]

Are you overwhelmed by color choices and still not getting the results you want in your paintings? This is a playful, practical workshop designed for artists who want to take control of their palette, understand color mixtures, and use color confidently to create mood, light, and harmony in their work. Developed for a national conference […]

Jumpstart your drawing skills in just five hours! Ready to finally feel confident with your drawing? This 5-hour intensive workshop is designed to give you a strong foundation in the essentials: composition, proportion, and accuracy. You’ll learn to see like an artist, simplify complex forms, and capture not just “a dog,” but JoJo the dog—unique […]

Solo performance can be frightening for those who haven't had an opportunity to grow their skills. This course is the perfect place to get more comfortable with performing monologues and owning the stage solo. Through theatre games, activities, tailored rehearsals, and individualized feedback, students will be ready to perform solo pieces with confidence and style […]

Do you have a young actor yearning to explore the world of theatre? In this class, instructor Shelby Mejia will guide students through theatre basics and techniques that they can either carry with them as they advance in the craft, or even use in their day to day lives. This exploration will be done using […]

Do you have a young actor yearning to explore the world of theatre? In this class, instructor Shelby Mejia will guide students through theatre basics and techniques that they can either carry with them as they advance in the craft, or even use in their day to day lives. This exploration will be done using […]

Get ready for a digital art adventure! In this class, we will use our computers and tablets to travel the globe and discover amazing places, from the dazzling lights of a bustling city to the peaceful beauty of a remote mountain. We will explore famous landmarks, natural wonders, and cultural treasures from around the world. […]

2026 is the year to focus on your mental and physical health, and this Wellness series is the perfect place to start! Come and paint a beautiful landscape scene using acrylic! Painting a landscape scene can be relaxing and a great pleasure to view. Emily will go step by step to show how to paint […]

The ARTfactory is proud to present Resonance: The Ties That Bond, an immersive exhibition by the Onyx Art Group, on view from January 31, 2025, through March 8, 2026.

Learn to Paint your beloved pet (dog, cat, rabbit, horse?) Students will bring in a few photos to choose to use as their reference to paint from. You will learn the basics of oils, learning to mix, drawing your pet, and blocking in shapes and values, adding color, textures and details. Under the expert guidance […]

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Join artist Michele Frantz for a 5 lesson session in acrylic painting! Versatile and forgiving, acrylic paints may be manipulated with a wide array of techniques, applied to many different surfaces, and modified with various additives. Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve their skills and explore new directions. Class […]

Explore the beautiful fluidity and transparency of watercolor. Beginners will learn basic tools and techniques. Experienced students will explore new methods, materials, and styles. This class is offered throughout the year with a different approach presented in each session. A list of supplies can be found on the Classes and Camps page, or by clicking here. […]

Back by popular demand! Learn how working with a limited palette can help improve your art. One of the most essential tools for good composition is the use of lights and darks - kown as "value". This workshop will help you see values better, and understand their role and importance in creating contrast, depth, and […]